Bill > HB1204

This bill modifies Missouri's law regarding unlawful possession of a firearm by creating more nuanced restrictions based on the type of previous felony conviction. Specifically, the bill introduces different waiting periods for firearm possession depending on whether a person's prior felony was violent or nonviolent. For individuals with a violent felony conviction, they would be prohibited from possessing a firearm until ten years have passed after completing their sentence. For those with a nonviolent felony conviction, the waiting period is reduced to three years after sentence completion. The bill defines key terms like "nonviolent felony" (an offense not involving force against another person), "violent felony" (an offense involving force or threat of force), and "sentence completion" (satisfying all sentencing obligations including incarceration and supervision). Unlawful possession remains a class C felony, but becomes a class B felony if the person has a prior unlawful possession conviction or a dangerous felony conviction. The law continues to exempt antique firearms and maintains existing prohibitions for fugitives, individuals with habitual substance issues, and those adjudged mentally incompetent.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1204&year=2025&code=R